Counselor

St Clair Regional Educational Service Agency•Marysville, MI

7d•$60,000 - $70,000

About The Position

This person will be a SCCRESA employee, for the duration of the 31n grant, who will be working in and with identified local school districts in St. Clair County. The focus of the position will be to complete behavioral assessments, develop student treatment plans, provide non-academic counseling services, assess the need for additional counseling, crisis intervention, and client-centered student-guided services with families when appropriate.

Requirements

Master Degree Social Work, Master’s level (fully licensed) Psychologist, Master’s level professional counselor
Must have a valid Michigan driver’s license

Nice To Haves

Experience with Positive Behavior Supports, Nonviolent Crisis Intervention and Dual Diagnosis preferred

Responsibilities

Be responsible for identifying and developing resources within and outside the school system and matching them with the needs of the students, school, and organization.
Be responsible for intake processes conducting evaluations and development of treatment service plans.
Be responsible for parent/agency contact and have the ability to develop positive communication and relationships.
Have the necessary skills to provide appropriate direct and indirect treatment services to individuals, groups, families, and the school community.
Be a participant in the development, monitoring, and implementation of student support plans.
Assist with students in crisis.
Provide education on issues of mental health to person served/families/support system
Assess the need for additional counseling and make referrals as appropriate.
Serve in the capacity of a protection and advocacy position for the students, parents and staff.
Be responsible to provide education and in-service training when requested for students, parents and staff in the areas of mental health and human behavior.
Work cooperatively and creatively with the staff and community-at-large.
Assist with student management activities
Maintain all required documentation in addition to records related to Medicaid.
Other duties deemed appropriate by the St. Clair County RESA
Must have reliable transportation